Date
8 July 2020Location
PodcastAbout the event
In this webinar, Diane discussed the importance of continuing to focus on tackling antimicrobial resistance, and prudent use of antimicrobials during the COVID-19 pandemic. Key principles to consider concerning the impact of COVID-19 on antimicrobial stewardship practice were also covered.
Why it’s important
The principles of good antimicrobial stewardship still need to be maintained.
What was covered
The following points were addressed during the presentation:
- Importance of continuing to focus on tackling AMR and prudent use of antimicrobials during COVID-19 pandemic
- Antimicrobial use surveillance in the context of COVID-19 (interim results)
- National AMS interventions in response to COVID-19
- Impact of COVID-19 on AMS practice (UKCPAPIN – interim results)
Speakers
A range of speakers ran this event from SPS and other organisations
SPS speakers
This session was facilitated by Dr Barry Jubraj and you can read more about Barry by following the link.
Non-SPS speakers
Presented by:
Dr Diane Ashiru-Oredope
Lead Pharmacist, HCAI and AMR
National Infection Service, UKHSA (formerly known as PHE)
Recording
Access the recording of the podcast
Presentation resources
Slides from the presentation are now available below
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